Prepare students to demonstrate use of knowledge and skills necessary to promote the physical well-being of patients and student-athletes.

2.1 Explain and interpret the history of the profession of athletic training and its contemporary structures and issues.

2.2 Analyze, assemble and apply safety and prevention policies.

2.3 Professionally function within the structure of organizations and service delivery systems, and under supervision, seek organizational change.

Prepare students to demonstrate an understanding and respect for patient rights advocacy through ethical, evidence-based

3.1 Express and apply theory, principles and skills of current athletic training practice for patient care.

3.2 Demonstrate the value base of the profession and its ethical standards and principles and accordingly practice.

Prepare students to contribute to the athletic training profession through professional development including graduate education and leadership activities that promote competent athletic training practice.

4.1 Demonstrate use of physician direction, consultation, and referral appropriate to the practice of athletic training.

4.2 Demonstrate active involvement in the Christian community and community at large as knowledgeable and skilled citizens within the profession of athletic training.

Want to see exactly what classes you will take? The Program Plan (sometimes called a degree sheet) includes all specific requirements - including University proficiencies, Frameworks courses and degree requirements.

Each of Evangel's academic programs is made up of a set of core curriculum, program requirements and electives. The courses listed below are just a small sample of courses that might be taken as a part of this specific program.

Basic Athletic Training

This course will encompass basic athletic training techniques such as: emergency planning and acute care, splinting, taping, padding, bracing, weather analysis, and facility management. This class will address the course objectives as described in the competencies and standards put forth by the Board of Certification (BOC) and the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).

Rehabilitation Techniques in Athletic Training

This course will give students skills in the use of rehabilitation techniques, as well as indications and contraindications for proper use. This class will address the course objectives as described in the competencies and standards put forth by the Board of Certification (BOC) and the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).

Therapeutic Modalities

This course will give students skills in the use of therapeutic modalities, as well as indications and contraindications for proper use. This class will address the course objectives as described in the competencies and standards put forth by the Board of Certification (BOC) and the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).

Clinical Experience III

This course will give students an opportunity to practice skills in evaluating the head, neck, spine, and trunk. This course will also give students experience with athletic equipment and bracing techniques. This class will address the course objectives as described in the competencies and standards put forth by the Board of Certification (BOC) and the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).

Professional Seminar in Athletic Training

This course will give students knowledge in professional development and leadership. This class will address the course objectives as described in the competencies and standards put forth by the Board of Certification (BOC) and the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).

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Sarah Walters has always loved sports, but it is her passion for athletes as individuals that motivates her to do what she does. Since the fall of 2009, Walters has been enriching the lives of Evangel’s Kinesiology students and athletes through her teaching and healthcare services. She currently serves as sports medicine director. Walters graduated […] read more

Evangel's academic programs are designed specifically to prepare you for a career in the real world. But it's more than just job preparation; it's preparing you to make a full impact in your profession through the unique combination of faith and learning. Here are some of the professions this degree would prepare you for:

Students are formally admitted to the program upon completion of their first year of attendance at Evangel University. Transfer students from accredited athletic training programs are subject to syllabi submission and further interviewing to determine at which level in the program they may be admitted.

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Evangel is an accredited, liberal arts university with more than 100 academic programs on the cutting edge of today's professional fields. Our commitment to the integration of faith, learning and life attracts students from a wide variety of Christian denominational backgrounds who have a strong commitment to academics with a desire to combine their Christian faith with every aspect of their lives.